In 2018, the Town of Cutler Bay became the first municipality in South Florida to have a Communities for a Lifetime Age-Friendly Action Plan, approved by the Florida Department of Elder Affairs and World Health Organization.
Surveys conducted during the development of the action plan found that Cutler Bay seniors are highly independent and capable of managing their lives with a minimum of supportive programs. The majority can meet their transportation needs, live in their own housing and can manage that housing, and are socially engaged.
While most are on some form of medication, their overall health status is good, and they engage in regular health practices. Furthermore, the Town found that seniors were not aware of the services available to them in Cutler Bay and surrounding communities.
The Active Adult Services Program is a series of recreational activities (over 36 yearly) that serve the needs of the Town’s active adult community while at the same time assisting them in building trust with other service organizations that will be able to assist them as they age and need additional medical care. Activities are free to participants and transportation is provided through our GoConnect Service and other means (Greyhound buses).